Tag marine conservation

Why marine journalism isn’t actually that small a niche after all

At first glance, writing about the ocean might seem like a very narrow niche but Melissa explains why that's not true at all.

Melissa shares some tips on how to stay resilient as a freelance climate writer as well as touching on why it's important.

A few thoughts on some things Melissa would love to achieve during her career as a freelance ocean writer.

Top tips on how to improve your marine science communication from Mel's experience running The Ocean Writer Ltd.

Being a marine journalist isn't all rainbows and butterfly fish. As a quick reality check, Melissa shares some of the worst bits.

Melissa shares some of her favourite things about being a freelance ocean journalist.

Based on Melissa's experience of becoming a freelance conservation writer, here are some tips to help you do the same.

An overview of some of the best sites and newsletters to check when you're looking for freelance conservation writing opportunities.

Squid have been around for millions of years and live in every ocean in the world. Here are a few fun facts about these interesting animals.

Examples of my work as a whale writer: from humpbacks and to sperm whales and not forgetting the other cetaceans (dolphins and porpoises).